Citronella

For natural pest control that also makes your yard prettier, introduce these plants that repel bugs and mosquitoes and take back your outdoor spaces.

7 Benefits of Growing Citronella. When you hear the word citronella, you probably think of citronella candles or citronella oil and what a great insect repellent citronella is. But before either of those things can be made, you first have to grow a citronella plant - an easy to grow garden plant that has many benefits! Below are my 7 benefits of growing citronella. See why the citronella plant should be on your growing list this season! #gardening #gardenideas

What are the true mosquito repelling plants? Do you have any in your yard close to where you sit outside? Citronella, does it really work? Sometimes the mosquito plants we know do not really work. There is, however, a mosquito trap that works pretty well. #mosquitoplant #mosquitos #citronella #mostquitorepellingplant #mosquitotraps #mosquitorepellant #mosquitokiller #thehealthyhomeeconomist

The citronella plant, also known as the mosquito plant or pelagonium, is actually a type of geranium. Interestingly enough, it does not produce citronella oil, which actually comes from lemongrass. The citronella plant is often touted for...

Use these gardening tips for growing citronella plants to grow it yourself in your yard or container. Tips for growing citronella from seed or from cutting.

Try growing mosquito plant for its good looks and lemony fragrance. When rubbed against the skin, leaves can help repel mosquitoes.

Oftentimes, plants that are sold as citronella plants aren't true citronella plants. So while they may be pretty and smell nice, they're not effective in doing what they should repelling mosquitos. In this article, learn about growing true citronella grass.

Hate battling mosquitos every summer? Want to make your own essential oils? Try growing citronella. Morning Chores will show you how.

The best mosquito repelling plants for your garden are lavender, marigolds, citronella grass, catnip, rosemary, basil, scented geraniums and more. Their leaves and flowers emit smells that naturally deter mosquitoes and other insects, but are pleasing to people. See pictures of these mosquito repellent plants.

I LOVE these DIY Citronella candles! They'll be perfect to get rid of the mosquitoes on my patio this summer.